Owen Hart was one of the most gifted professional wrestlers and his tale is one of the most controversial in pro wrestling history. He was a man adored by many, a loving husband, and a genuine human being.  Tragically a stunt gone wrong caused his untimely death and in this episode Read More

We have arrived to the final episode of The Last Dance with The Playmaker. Darnell "Playmaker" Sallins is back to discuss the Episodes 9 and 10 of The Last Dance Documentary series. The battles between Reggie Miller and Michael Jordan. Chicago Bulls vs. Utah Jazz NBA Finals Part 1 in Read More

When you think of tag teams, one of the greatest tag teams in pro wrestling history are the The Road Warriors, The Legion of Doom, Animal and Hawk. They were adored Worldwide and were often imitated but personal demons lead to the split of the former 15 time tag team Read More

The most emotional two episodes of The Last Dance Documentary series. Jordan talking about why he pushed his teammates the way he did. Death of MJ's father because the blaming MJ. Scottie Pippen quiting on the team in the Playoffs and more from Episodes 7 & 8. --- Send in Read More

Alex Al-Kazzaz aka The Bear Man of Texas brings in his good friend Wiley aka The Venomous Stare and they go over the Cowboys' schedule for the 2020 season. They go over each game and decide whether or not Dallas wins and why. They bring out all the facts and Read More

In 1990 The Universal Wrestling Federation appeared out of nowhere to make noise on the wrestling scene. They had a roster of legends and rising young stars and was the dream of Herb Abrams. Millions were squandered and many drugs were used as Abrams started at the top and went Read More

Episodes 5 & 6 of The Last Dance put the spotlight squarely on the GOAT himself, Michael Jordan. MJ was the headline everywhere for everybody. Jordan was bigger than life and it took a toll on him. Putting the clamps on Clyde Drexler and the Portland Trail Blazers for the Read More

David Shultz and The Slap Heard Around the World was about the one important thing in wrestling, Kayfabe. Being a pro wrestler was akin to being part of a secret society and there was one rule, keep kayfabe. But what happens when the media tries to infiltrate and expose the Read More

This's week episode talks about Episodes 3 and 4 of The Last Dance. The Playmaker talks about Dennis Rodman, Phil Jackson who were the glue of the team as Dennis Rodman was the one to step up in Pippen's absence. At the same time, takes a mid-season vacation.  Phil Jackson Read More

The Bear of Texas (Alex Al-Kazzaz) and Independent Professional Wrestler Kris Rex continue their journey of Dark Side of the Podcast with this week's episode: The Assassination of Dino Bravo. This week Alex and Kris Rex dive into yet another murder mystery full of twists and turns as they discuss Read More

The Last Dance made its debut on Sunday on ESPN. The documentary of arguably one of the greatest sports dynasty's final championship run with behind the scenes access to the 1997-1998 Chicago Bulls. The first two episodes were broadcasted on Sunday and The Playmaker, Darnell Sallins returns from his break Read More

Episode 4 of this new series brought to you by Alex Al-Kazzaz aka The Bear of Texas is here! They are back to give their honest thoughts on this week's episode of the Dark Side of the Ring! Jimmy Snuka and the Death of Nancy Argentino.  --- Send in a Read More

Episode 3 of this new series brought to you by Alex Al-Kazzaz aka The Bear of Texas and Kris Rex is here. The guys return to give their thoughts on this week's episode of the Dark Side of the Ring! The BRAWL FOR ALL! --- Send in a voice message: Read More

Alex Al-Kazzaz and Independent Professional Wrestler, Kris Rex continue their series discussion on the Dark Side of the Ring documentary with The New Jack story, a man known for his hardcore legacy. The Life and Crimes of New Jack was aired on March 31, 2020. --- Send in a voice Read More

New Series is here for The Playmakerz Blog Podcast. Alex Al-Kazzaz sit downs with Independent Professional Wrestler, Kris Rex as they begin this new series discussing the documentary series of Dark Side of the Ring. First one up is the Chris Benoit story which was aired on March 24, 2020 Read More

The first wrestling episode of 2020 comes to preview the biggest event in the wrestling industry. WrestleMania 36 will be take place. Instead of being the usual one big night of the Showcase of the Immortals. It will be a two night special of the Grandest Stage of Them All. Read More

Free agency continues in the NFL. The Cowboys made some moves. Cam Newton and Jameis Winston are still on the market. Discussion about the Los Angeles Rams and the Jacksonville Jaguars. NFL news on the draft, the 2020 schedule release date and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theplaymakerzblog/message

The Bear of Texas is back once again talking COVID19 and the impact on the sports world. This time Alex brought a friend, Wiley Singleton, in to add more to this theme COVID19 vs. Sports. From the NBA to MLB to NCAA to Soccer League across the world. Rudy Gobert, Read More

NFL Free Agency coverage continues with Week 2. Darius Slay traded from Detroit to Philadelphia. Eric Ebron signs with the Steelers. Cam Newton released by the Carolina Panthers as well as Jameis Winston leave Tampa in Free Agency. Darnell still asking "What Are We Doing?" with the LA Rams. Dallas Read More

The Bear of Texas, Alex Kazzaz is here with a special episode on the impact that COVID 19 is having on the sports world as a whole as the NBA, MLB, and NHL suspended their seasons. The men's and women's NCAA Tournaments canceled. The effect on the sport journalist community. Read More